JOB INTERVIEW

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One of the most important parts of interview preparation is being ready to respond effectively to the questions that employers typically ask. Since these interview questions are so common, hiring managers will expect you to be able to answer them smoothly and without hesitation. Your responses will be stronger if you know what to expect during the interview and have a sense of what you want to focus on. Knowing that you are prepared will boost your confidence and help you minimize interview stress and feel more at ease.

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How to answer job interview questions.

"If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door. "

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COMMON JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Here are some of the most common interview questions, along with the best way to answer them.

What do you know about the company?

Tell me about yourself!

Where do you see yourlself x years from now?

What are your strenghts?

What are your weaknesses?

Tip: You don't need to memorize your answers, but you should think about what you're going to say so you're not put on the spot.

Let's learn how to answer correctly and turn our likes and experiences into better answers for a job interview.

Tell me about yourself

Yeah! I mean I lived in Mexico City for two years, I like to draw and paint on the weekends I play basketball with my friends.

Link your experiences to key words

I have been working in Mexico City for a coffee shop and my responsibilities include costumers support and store management.

I am passionate about technology and design, also goal-oriented which is why I chose this job.

I also play basketball which as a result has made me a good team player.

AS A RESULT = TEAM PLAYER

GOAL-ORIENTED

MY RESPONSABILITIES

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Action words

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE COMPANY?

WRONG ANSWER

RIGHT ANSWER

You are a food-related company.You started as the Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Company.I don't know, but maybe you have more than 2000 brands ranging from global icons to local favorites, and I think you are present in 186 countries worldwide.

I know that your company hasheadquarters in multiple countries which I find impressive and motivating, the relation between your diversified portfolio and sustainable development was one of the reasons why I was excited to apply for this role.

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STRONG ADJECTIVES & INTESIFIERS

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Strong adjectives are extreme adjectives that have the idea of 'very'.The word 'very' is an intensifier itself. Sometomes is better to use other intensifiers instead of very.

VERY REMARKABLE = OUTSTANDING = ABSOLUTELY OUSTANDING

Strengths and weaknesses

How to talk about strenghts ans weaknesses in a job interview

3. What are your strengths?

4. What are your weaknesses?

3. What are your strengths?

Generally, when a job interviewer asks about your strengths, they are asking about positive aspects of your personality, experiences, or style of work that make you a good fit for the job. These strengths can often be summarized in a few words (and sometimes just one word).

Alternatively, “skills” usually refer to your proficiency in particular knowledge-based activities, like the ability to speak a foreign language or write computer code. Sometimes, however, interviewers conflate these two terms, using “strengths” and “skills” interchangeably.

Strengths

Honesty

Companies want employees they can trust. If you come across as trustworthy, it could end up making the difference between getting the job and going home empty-handed. Here are a few sample dialogues to help you promote this strength.

Dialogue 1

Interviewer: “Tell me about one of your strengths.” You: “I am a genuinely honest person. Even though I am very proud of my career accomplishments, I never exaggerate my own abilities or distort the truth to get ahead.”

Strengths

Honesty

Dialogue 2

Interviewer: “Have you ever told a lie at work?” You: “No, I’ve never told a lie in the workplace. I believe in being forthright and honest with my boss and my fellow coworkers.”

Dialogue 3

Interviewer: “What makes you stand out from other candidates?” You: “I would say my trustworthiness makes me stand out. I believe that ‘honesty is the best policy,’ and I try to stay true to that belief in both my personal and professional life.”

Strengths

Versatility

Sometimes, companies are looking for a candidate who is an expert in a very specific task. However, more often than not, companies want to hire someone who has a wide range of abilities and can easily adapt to change. Here are a few sample dialogues to help you promote this strength:

Dialogue 1

Interviewer: “Are you willing to take on tasks that deviate from the job description?” You: “Absolutely. I think one of my greatest strengths is my ability to adapt to change, so I’m positive that I can handle whatever you need.”

Strengths

Dialogue 2

Interviewer: “At our company, things can change very quickly and you will need to keep up. Do you think you could handle that?” You: “Definitely. I love facing new and interesting challenges, and I pride myself on my ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced work environment.”

Dialogue 3

Interviewer: “What adjective would you use to describe yourself as an employee?” You: “I would say that I am versatile. I am a very fast learner and can excel quickly at new tasks, so even if there are changes to the workflow or job responsibilities, I can easily adapt.”

Strengths

Dedication

Dedicated employees are more efficient and produce the best results for their employers. This is why the ability to focus on the task at hand is so important. It shows that you are hardworking and are unlikely to waste your company’s time or resources.

Dialogue 1

Interviewer: “What makes you the best candidate for this job?” You: “I would say that my dedication to my work makes me the best candidate. When I need to get something done, I don’t stop until the job is finished and I am completely satisfied with the results.”

Strengths

Dialogue 2

Interviewer: “Do you ever have trouble staying on task?” You: “Absolutely not. At the end of the day, I know that I would be here to perform a job, and I insist on being a dedicated employee at all times.”

Dialogue 3

Interviewer: “What kind of employee are you?” You: “I would say that I am a very dedicated worker. I refuse to give less than 100%, no matter what I am working on.”

4. What are your weaknesses?

It can be hard to answer the question, “What is your greatest weakness?” especially when you expect to be discussing the skills, talents, and capabilities that make you the strongest candidate for the job.

Framing your weaknesses positively can be challenging, but when you combine self-awareness with an action plan, you can quickly stand apart from other job applicants. The key to preparing for this question is to identify weaknesses that still communicate strength. This will show the interviewer you’re introspective enough to know your areas of opportunity.

Weaknesses

Weaknesses

Here are a few examples of the best weaknesses to mention in an interview:

1. I focus too much on the details.“I sometimes focus too much on the details of a project and spend too much time analyzing the finer points. I’ve been improving in this area by checking in with myself at regular intervals to refocus on the bigger picture, to ensure quality, and meeting the deadline.”

Weaknesses

2. I have a hard time letting go of a project. "I’m the biggest critic of my own work. I can always find something that needs to be improved or changed. To help myself improve in this area, I give myself deadlines for revisions. This helps ensure that I’m not making changes at the last minute.”

3. I have trouble saying “no.” "“My greatest weakness is that I sometimes have trouble saying ‘no’ to requests and end up taking on more than I can handle. In the past, this has led me to feel stressed or burnt out. Now I use a project management app so I can visualize how much work I have at any given moment ”

Weaknesses

4. I can have trouble asking for help. "Because I am independent and enjoy working quickly, it has been difficult for me to ask for help when I need it. I have learned that it is much more beneficial both for me and the business to reach out when I do not understand something or feel burned out with my workload. I also understand that many experts around me have specific knowledge and skills that can make my work better. While I am still working on it, I have been able to produce more high-quality work as a result of getting help from those around me.”

Weaknesses

5. I could use more experience in… Each candidate has areas to improve upon in their expertise. Whatever the case, sharing something you want to improve upon shows the interviewer that you’re self-aware and like to challenge yourself. Be sure, however, that you don’t answer with a weakness that is essential to the role. A few common areas people need experience in include: Verbal communication Written communication Team leadership Interpreting analytics

Delegating tasks Providing constructive criticism Specific programs (i.e. “I would like to improve my PowerPoint presentation skills.”)

Where do you see yourself in X years?

By that time, I would spect to improve my skillset. I hope I would be considered for a better job position. I will have enhanced my knowledge in engineering.

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Vocabulary for this answer

By that time, I would spect to improve my skillset. I hope I would be considered for a better job position. I will have enhanced my knowledge in engineering.

wish & hope presnte perfect modal verbs